Landlords unable to rent out homes without licence

Over 15,000 licenses have been applied for, and have either been issued or are in the process of being issued.

Landlords who have missed the deadline to apply for a new mandatory licence can still apply but will not be able to rent out their properties until they do so.

The Rented Dwelling Licensing Scheme legally requires landlords to hold a licence for each home they rent out in Jersey.

From 1 August, it is illegal for a landlord to rent without a licence and inspections may need to take place before a licence is granted.

The scheme was brought in on 1 May to better protect and improve rented homes on the island.

A three-month transition period, where sessions were held at each parish hall to support landlords with their online applications, closed on 31 July.

According to the Government of Jersey, more than 15,000 licences have been applied for and have either been issued or are in the process of being issued.

Landlord can still apply but the Housing & Nuisance team may need to inspect a property before granting a licence.

Islanders can contact the team if they have queries about an application.